Striped Skunk - Wildlife - Mammals - Smoky Mountains Visitors Guide

Wildlife
- Mammals -

Striped Skunk
(Mephitis mephitis)

RANGE: Across Canada, south throughout the lower 48 states and into northern Mexico.

STATUS: Not protected

HABITAT: Generally within 2 miles of water in semi-open areas, mixed woods, brushland and open prairie.

SPECIAL HABITAT REQUIREMENTS: A generalist in terms of habitat.

BREEDING: Generally 5 - 6 young born in May.

FOOD: Mice, eggs, insects, grubs, berries, and carrion.

REFERENCES: Burt 1952, Verts and Carraway 2002